Rooted in the Carolina foothills, the Night in the Country experience transforms the world-renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center into your next great country tradition.

CONCERT GUIDELINES

CONCERT VENUE MAP

SALES AND ADMISSIONS

All sales transactions are considered final.

All festival packages are transferable. In order to transfer a purchase if you can no longer attend, the order must be paid off in full and the other person must have a profile at www.secure.unity.travel.com.

Both parties will need to email info@unity.travel to confirm the transfer.

PAYMENT PLANS

Night in the Country Carolinas offers you a chance to split your payments monthly and between members of your group. Simply select “Payment Plan” and “Split with Friends” at checkout. There is no minimum purchase amount or fees to qualify for these options.

DEFAULTED PAYMENTS

After 3 failed automatic attempts to process payment, we will issue at least one warning via email and/or phone to the account contact information on file. If we do not hear back from you within 2 weeks, your order will be at risk of being deleted without refund and the item(s) will be available for public purchase again.

If you need more time for a payment we are here to help. Our ticketing company, Unity Travel, can postpone payment dates if you are unable to pay on the scheduled date. All you need to do is reach out to info@unity.travel.com at least one week in advance.

ENTRY

To minimize line wait times as well as manage crowd control and patron safety, we will be utilizing wristbands to gain entry onto festival grounds and into the concert venue. The wristbands are to be worn throughout the event.

MAIN VENUE

Gates schedule:

Thursday: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Friday: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM

All admission pass holders will be allowed entry into the concert venue. There will be handicap lanes available.

FULL MOON SALOON

Full Moon Saloon Aftermath gates will open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday immediately following the concert on the main stage. This area is open to patrons 21+, with a valid age verification wristband. There will be handicap lanes available.

BEVERAGES AND FOOD

A wide selection of your favorite foods and beverages including soda and beer will be available inside the concert venue. Cold bottled water is also for sale at the event.

ALCOHOL

Valid state-issued ID’s are required. Anyone wishing to drink alcoholic beverages must go to an assigned Age Verification location and get the appropriate wristband each day of the event. Age verification will be required daily throughout the event. Anyone without a wristband will not be served alcoholic beverages. If consuming alcohol, you must have your wristband and valid ID with you at all times, regardless of age.

If you are caught giving alcohol to anyone underage or if you are underage and caught drinking alcoholic beverages, you will be removed from the festival grounds and will face criminal charges.

SEARCH

Night in the Country has a clear bag policy to enter the concert venue only. There will be a bag/container search conducted at the front gates, both into the concert and into the Full Moon Saloon.

These items will not be allowed in the concert venue

No coolers
No outside food or beverages
No weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, etc.)
No professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms, or commercial-use rigs)
No laser pointers or air horns
No large purses, bags, or backpacks (over 12″x12″)
No lawn chairs, lounge chairs, footrest-style chairs, or blankets
No wagons, chair caddies, etc.

Failure to comply with search will result in denial of entry into the venue. This is strictly enforced.

CLEAR BAG POLICY

With a goal of providing a superior music festival environment, and outstanding customer service to our fans, we also have a responsibility in providing the same standards for the levels of safety and security to everyone who enters through the gates of Night in the Country.

With that in mind, and in an effort to enhance security measures, we will have a Clear Bag Policy in the concert area.

Similarly to football stadiums and many arenas across North America, up to 12″x 6″ x 12″ clear plastic bags, standard one-gallon freezer bags, and small clutches and purses will be permitted while items such as backpacks, large purses, and coolers will not be allowed.

SEATING

The General Admission grand stands are open to all pass holders. Lawn chairs, lounge chairs, footrest-style chairs, and blanket seating are prohibited. No wagons, chair caddies, etc. will be allowed into the Concert Venue.

The Ridge, Club 828, VIP, and Country Cabana pass holders will be provided seating in those exclusive areas.

ATM

ATM machines are available on site. Don’t let the lack of cash spoil your weekend.

HANDICAPPED

We make every attempt to make the facilities handicapped accessible. Limited handicapped parking is available. A state-issued permit is required. A General Admission seating area is provided for persons in wheelchairs and one companion. Most of the concert venue is on level ground. For more information please reach out to carolinas@nightinthecountry.org.

FIRST AID

Medics will be available on festival grounds.

PARKING

Parking is available on site. Parking passes can be purchased online or at the time of the event. If you purchase a parking pass, it must stay in your car for the entire event. If your parking pass is lost or stolen, we will not be responsible for a replacement. Parking in undesignated locations is not permitted and is subject to enforcement action and towing.

CHILDREN & MINORS

Children 6 years of age and under are admitted free of charge. All minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

PETS

Sorry, no pets allowed into the festival grounds. We comply with all state and federal laws in regards to service animals. Patrons requiring a service animal please contact Night in the Country in advance so we may assist you in your festival experience. This is done voluntarily to enhance your experience. Please email carolinas@nightinthecountry.org.

RAIN OR SHINE REFUND POLICY

Night in the Country Carolinas is a rain or shine event. Artists and times are subject to change. All sales are final. We are not responsible for lost, stolen or forgotten wristbands.

CAMERAS

Still cameras are welcome. Video cameras or any recording devices are strictly prohibited and will be confiscated. You will be asked to return such items back to where you are staying or your vehicle. We are not responsible for your electronic equipment. All video recordings are considered intellectual property and will need to be erased or turned over to artist staff before returning the electronic device to your vehicle. This is strictly enforced.

RESTROOMS

Portable restrooms are readily available on-site as well as facility restrooms in specific locations. There are hand-washing facilities available as well. Lines may form in these areas so please be kind and patient to other patrons at the event. It is always advisable to carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer to any public event.

SECURITY

Licensed security and law enforcement personnel are on duty around the clock for the entire festival. Your full cooperation with them will be greatly appreciated. In the event of a problem or to report a crime, contact either a uniformed Police Officer or Event Security for assistance. Persons that are not complying with the festival rules of conduct will be subject to removal and/or legal trespass charges.

OH, AND DON’T FORGET!

All persons attending Night in the Country Music Festival do so at their own risk. No liability is assumed by owners, managers, promoters, sponsors or others.

No weapons of any kind are permitted in any area of the festival.

Personal ATV’s and similar off-road cycles and devices are prohibited.

No checks are accepted at the festival.

No drugs or underage drinking will be tolerated on any of the festival grounds.

Umbrellas may be used between performances only. They must be taken down during any stage performance.

Designate a driver! Night in the Country Music Festival supports the Designated Driver concept. We urge you to decide before your visit to the Festival who will be the designated driver for your group.

PLEASE DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE.

These rules have been established to satisfy the diverse needs of our guests and to promote safety. We ask all of our guests to respect the rights and privacy of others. Thank you and have fun!

For more information, please contact: carolinas@nightinthecountry.org.

Night in the Country Music Festival reserves the right to revoke the camping and/or concert passes of any individual and to further remove any person from the Night in the Country venue and campgrounds in its sole and absolute discretion if it determines that such revocation and/or removal is in the best interest of the general public, concert attendees, campers, the individual involved, and/or the Night in the Country Music Festival and/or its staff. Night in the Country reserves the right to add or amend any rules and regulations at any time.

LOST & FOUND &
INFORMATION BOOTH

Any items lost or found or for any questions or assistance, please visit us at the Will Call/Info booths. To retrieve a lost and found item a valid state ID will be required.

Items that are not returned to patrons are either disposed of or donated to an appropriate charitable organization. Night in the Country cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged items.